Can you wear dentures with a CPAP?

Many sleep apnea victims are uncomfortable wearing a CPAP mask at night, and for them, dentures could be an excellent alternative. Once they are fitted by a professional dentist, dentures can be very comfortable when properly worn.

Can sleeping with dentures cause sleep apnea?

The results are additional occurrences of apneas during sleep, something caused by the presence of extra, unsupported soft tissue. Numerous studies prove that patients who keep their dentures in at night see significant increases on the AHI (Apnea-Hypopnea Index) compared to those who remove their dentures.

Can you sleep in partial dentures?

It is not necessary to take out your removable partial dentures when you eat or sleep. It might feel comfortable to do so, but it is up to you if you’d like to take them out.

Does sleeping with dentures help sleep apnea?

Conclusions: Wearing complete dentures during sleep improves the AHI of most edentulous OSAS patients. In contrast, some patients suffer from AHI increases due to the use of complete dentures. Also in some patients, any significant change in AHI associated with the usage of complete dentures went unnoticed.

Can sleeping without dentures cause sleep apnea?

However, an intriguing study may indicate that leaving your dentures out at night may actually harm your health. Going without dentures has been found to worsen sleep apnea symptoms for many patients.

Is it better to sleep with or without dentures?

Your dentures may give you more confidence and make you feel better about your mouth – but when it comes the question of should you wear you dentures to bed, the answer is probably not. When it comes to sleeping in your dentures it’s recommended that you should take them out at night and give your gums a rest.

Can you wear a mouthguard with dentures?

If you sleep with your partial dentures, a soft night guard works well to protect your teeth and dentures. The soft material will provide a protective barrier, but it won’t be so hard as to risk damaging your dentures.

What are the most natural looking dentures?

Aspen Dental dentures are custom-crafted to suit you – making them incredibly comfortable and natural looking. At the beginning of the denture process, there is a “try-in” period. Your teeth will be positioned in wax so you and your dentist can see what your dentures will look like.